FabFit50s

FEB 2011 issue   That’s what the homemade sign next to Sara Solomon’s alarm clock says. Kinda cool, huh? I think I’ll try it myself! Sara, a Canadian dentist, was unhappy with her physique and decided to whip herself into shape. With determination and discipline, she succeeded–despite having a super busy professional life, seeing patients [...]

Many older adults find that their once-bright mood diminishes with age. Please take note: Pharmaceutical drugs need not be your first resort! Working out builds body and mind. Regular exercise helps increase the number of nerve cells (neurons) in your brain and boosts brain chemicals that can improve your focus and your outlook on life. [...]

Osteoporosis runs in my family. Both my mother and sister suffered from it. Both broke bones in their feet/legs in low-risk situations. My sister was slightly underweight at the time. My mother, slightly overweight. Osteoporosis isn’t picky. And it doesn’t require any sort of derring-do to strike. In fact, my sister, in her 50s, stepped [...]

Training with weights can seem intimidating. So much to know about form. Pre-workout nutrition. Post-workout nutrition. ”Periworkout nutrition.” Nutrient timing. Plus, the supplements you “need” to take. Argh! Don’t let that scare you out of exercising! Yes, you do need to learn form. But if you’re starting out with light weights, you probably don’t have to worry [...]

Here’s the big question: What if you are around in 40 years? Think about it for a moment. Because, like it or not, there’s a good chance you will be around four decades from now. What image enters your head? Is it one of a 90-ish woman who’s frail, frightened, plagued by health concerns, and [...]

I was watching NFL football with my boyfriend the other night. And I couldn’t help but think about how many of these pro athletes are getting trained by top-level strength coaches. There’s no dispute: There’s a lot to be gained by working with a knowledgeable coach. For the most part, these players are young and healthy. Some of [...]